2007 Alfa Romeo 147 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter
To start off, both 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 and 2007 Volkswagen Transporter were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (104 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Transporter weights approximately 980 kg more than 2007 Alfa Romeo 147.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 (275 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Alfa Romeo 147 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Transporter.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Alfa Romeo 147 | 2007 Volkswagen Transporter | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Volkswagen |
Model | 147 | Transporter |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 275 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 95.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 18.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Top Speed | 191 km/hour | 142 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.2 seconds | 19.1 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 5480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 2000 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3410 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.8 L/100km | 7.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |